This program aims to provide participants with the English language skills necessary to progress forward in everyday contexts. It also aims to reshape participants’ perspectives on how journalism is perceived in Palestinian society and elevate it to an international level. Participants will be familiarized with international journalism's fundamental values and practices while working on their content-based skills.

The 75-hour face-to-face training is divided into:

45 hours of English for Journalism & 30 hours of Journalism in practice in addition to guest speakers.

Training schedule:

The training is scheduled to run during the period of January to April 2023. The meetings will be held twice a week at Amideast Ramallah/El-Bireh Office.

Eligibility Criteria:

Palestinian, resident of West Bank/ Jerusalem/ Gaza;

U.S. citizens and/or green card holders are NOT eligible to apply;

Interested in developing English skills for media/journalism;

Can commit to attending the whole period of training;

Upper-intermediate level of English language proficiency (B1-B2);

Young professionals or fresh graduates, majoring in media/journalism;

Between 22-30 years old.

Deadline to submit this application is to Sunday, January 8th, 2023.